JOB DESCRIPTION: DIRECTOR OF MUSIC (PART TIME)
St. James, Dundas is seeking a talented and creative director of music who will lead, nurture, and grow music ministry at public worship services. The candidate will be a team player with strong interpersonal skills, working collaboratively with the Rector, and other church staff. A willingness to engage the local arts and music community to seek potential collaboration and partnerships is expected.
The candidate will be proficient in organ, piano performance, directing a volunteer choir and on occasion volunteer musicians, and will also accompany the choir and the congregation in various styles of music to engage a diverse multi-cultural community.
Key Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Rector.
• Sunday Services with short rehearsal beforehand
• Thursday evening choir rehearsals from September 1 until June 15.
• Music selection in consultation with the Rector.
• Music licence compliance and reporting
• Lead the coordination of, at minimum, two music concerts/recitals per year
• Develop and strengthen choir and music ministry
• Additional Services:
- Christmas Eve / Christmas Day services as determined by the rector
- During Lent and Holy Week: Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil
- Other services as determined by annual plan
- Available for weddings and funerals
Qualifications
1. Proven skill as an organist and pianist
2. A diploma or degree in music from college, university or conservatory
3. Breadth of knowledge of traditional and contemporary Christian hymnody
4. Experience in choral conducting – ability to work with singers of all skill levels
5. Strong organizational and communication skills
6. Knowledge of Anglican liturgical tradition a strong asset
Employment Details
• Part-time position (14-15 hours per week): hours and remuneration to be determined.
• Location: 137 Melville St. Dundas, Ontario L9H 2A9
• Start date: August/September 2026.
• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications following the RCCO scale.
To Apply:
Email resume and cover letter by May 15, 2026 to: stjamesdundas@outlook.com
Successful applicants need to provide a current, clean Vulnerable Sector Screening (Police Record Check).
St. James, Dundas welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including people with disabilities, for all vacancies. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Requests should be sent to stjamesdundas@outlook.com
We thank everyone who applies. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The organ at St. James is a three-manual 1913 Karn-Warren organ with 32 note pedal and 2,297 pipes. The grand piano is a K. Kawai
For more information about St. James, Dundas visit our website: www.stjamesdundas.ca
